| The MSc in Genetic Counselling Program provides the academic foundation and clinical training required for the contemporary practice of genetic counselling. Genetic counsellors are health professionals who provide information and support to families who have members with birth defects or genetic disorders and to families who may be at risk for a variety of inherited conditions. Genetic counsellors investigate the problem present in the family, analyze inheritance patterns and risks of recurrence and review available options with the family. Some counsellors also work in administrative and academic capacities, and many engage in research activities. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 70 to 74 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants should be graduates of a university of recognized reputation and hold a Bachelor's degree or an MD. The applicants must present evidence of high academic achievement: a standing equivalent to a CGPA of 3.0 (70%-74%) out of a possible 4.0, or 3.2 over the last two years of full time study. High grades are expected in courses considered by the Department to be preparatory to the MSc program. The Program requires recent (5 years or less) university level courses in basic biology, basic genetics, molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, advanced genetics, and statistics and a minimum of two psychology courses. It should be appreciated that an applicant may need to pass any of a number of courses that are prerequisite or corequisite for courses in the MSc program. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 250] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 100] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 600] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7]
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
- Work Experience
Successful applicants to this program must have obtained some experience (either paid or volunteer) working in a role requiring one-to-one contact with other adults in a counselling capacity. This experience may be obtained, for example, as a worker at a drop-in or telephone distress center, as a pregnancy counsellor for Options for Sexual Health or Planned Parenthood, or as a volunteer in student services counselling. Many applicants believe that experience in a clinical genetics centre is desirable. While such exposure can enrich an already strong application, we recognize that it is not available to every applicant, and cannot replace the type of experience gained as a one-to-one counsellor.
Interview also required. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.